A high-level meeting was held between M.H.K.M. Hameez, President of the Sri Lanka-Canada Business Council (SLCBC), M. Irshad A. Razack, Senior Vice President, and Ms. Tharushika Senadeera, Manager at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, with Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Honorable Prime Minister, and Mrs. Nalini Kohowala, Senior Assistant Secretary.
Key Discussion Points:
- Proposed Sri Lankan Single Country Exhibition: Scheduled for the first week of May 2026 in Toronto, Canada, this event aims to showcase Sri Lanka’s business potential and attract Canadian investors.
- Upcoming Business Delegation: The SLCBC’s visit to Canada in November 2025 will focus on strengthening economic ties and exploring opportunities for collaboration.
- Showcasing Sri Lanka as a Regional Hub: The SLCBC emphasized the importance of positioning Sri Lanka as a strategic hub for Canadian investors, leveraging the country’s unique strengths and advantages.
Mr. Saputhanthri acknowledged the SLCBC’s efforts and assured that he would engage with key stakeholders to ensure the successful organization of the proposed exhibition. With his extensive experience in strategic leadership and policy implementation, Mr. Saputhanthri is well-positioned to support initiatives that drive economic growth and development.
